Application Process & Deadlines

Application Process & Deadlines

Applications for the 2019-2020 cohort are now being accepted. The priority deadline is January 15, 2019 and the final deadline is April 15, 2019.

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

Minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Applicants with degrees from outside the U.S. or Canada should contact the Klingenstein Center for guidance on submitting a course-by-course evaluation for U.S. equivalency.

Three or more years of teaching experience. Exceptions to this policy may be granted in special circumstances. Candidates with questions about their eligibility should contact the Klingenstein Center.

Currently working in a private, international or charter school

GRE, MAT or GMAT scores

Previous academic accomplishment, job performance as determined by letters of recommendation, assessment of leadership potential and character are considered in students selection.

Deadlines

Priority Deadline - January 15

Final Deadline - April 15 Applications received after the priority deadline will be considered on a space-available basis

How to Apply

The Klingenstein Center's Full-Year Master's Degree program is offered through Teachers College at Columbia University. All degree candidates must apply to through the Teachers College admission process. The application requires:

a personal statement,

two recommendations (one from the head of school and one from a division director or immediate supervisor),